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Driving instructions
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>> Operation
BrakesRefer to the description of the hydraulic
brake assistant (
page 75).
!
Because the ESP
® operates automatically,
the engine must be shut off (key in starter
switch position0) when
• the parking brake is being tested on a
brake test dynamometer
• the vehicle is being towed with the front
axle raised
Active braking action through the
ESP
® may
otherwise seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the smart Limited
Warranty.Brake pad wear or a leak in the brake system
may be the reason for low brake fluid level in
the brake fluid reservoir.
The brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir may be too low if the brake warning
lamp in the instrument cluster comes on
(
page 34) although the parking brake is
released.
Have the brake system inspected immediately.
Contact an authorized smart center.
All checks and service work on the brake
system should be carried out by qualified
technicians only. Contact an authorized smart
center.
Only install brake pads and use brake fluid
recommended by smart.Inclines
!
When driving down long and steep grades,
relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into
a lower gear to use the engine’s braking
power. This helps prevent overheating of the
brakes and reduces brake pad wear.
When using the engine’s braking power, a
drive wheel may not spin for an extended pe
riod of time, e.g. on slippery road surfaces.
This may cause serious damage to the drive
train which is not covered by the smart
Limited Warranty.
G
Warning!
Make sure not to endanger any other
road users when carrying out braking
maneuvers.
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What to do if ...
248
>> Practical hints. Flashes at double frequency:
• if one of the turn signals is malfunctioning.
>Replace the bulb as soon as possible
(page 254).
or
>Have the turn signal checked at an autho
rized smart center as soon as possible.
EngineThe engine does not start:
>Check if
• the gear selector lever is in park
positionP,
• the brake pedal has been depressed,
• the transmission position indicator is on
or
.
The engine does not start within 4 seconds:
>Wait for a few seconds.
>Repeat the starting procedure.
Remember that extended starting attempts
can drain the vehicle battery.
The engine does not start after several
starting attempts:
>Set the parking brake when leaving the
vehicle.
>Contact Roadside Assistance or an autho
rized smart center.
Loss of keyIf you lose a key, you should do the following:
>Have the key deactivated at an authorized
smart center.
>Report the loss of the key to your car
insurance company immediately.
>If necessary have the mechanical lock
replaced.
Your authorized smart center will be glad to
supply you with a replacement following an
identity check.
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What to do if ...
>> Practical hints.
249 Acoustic warning signals
Door warning
A warning signal sounds if the door is opened
while a gear is engaged with the engine run
ning and neither the brake nor accelerator
pedals are depressed.
In addition a warning signal sounds if you
open the driver’s door with the key in the
starter switch position 0 to remind you not to
leave the key in the vehicle.Antitheft warning system*
Once the antitheft warning system has been
armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered
when someone opens
• a door or the tailgate,
• when the vehicle's interior is entered,
• if there is motion inside the vehicle,
• if the vehicle is raised.
The alarm is also triggered if the passenger
door is unlocked with the key (
page 250).
To cancel the alarm:
>Insert the key in the starter switch.
>Turn starter switch in Position 1
(
page 91).
or
>Press button
©
or
ª
on the key.Seat belt reminder system
If seat belts are not fastened when the engine
is started, a warning chime will sound, for de
tails see seat belt telltale (
page 245).
Mechanical/acoustic brake pad indicator
The vehicle is equipped with a mechanical/
acoustic brake pad indicator. If you can hear
a continuous noise from the front axle when
braking, have the brake pads checked at an
authorized smart center.
Page 251 of 314
Unlocking/locking manually
250
>> Practical hints.
Unlocking the vehicleYou can unlock the driver’s door and the fuel
filler flap by unlocking the driver’s door using
the key. The lock cylinder is fitted with a cap.
>Press button
©
on the key.
The antitheft warning system* is disarmed.
i
If the transmitter battery in the key is
discharged, the antitheft warning system*
can no longer be disarmed with button
©
on
the key. For replacing the transmitter battery
(
page 253).
Unlocking the vehicle with the key and opening
a door or the tailgate will trigger the anti
theft warning system* (
page 77).
To cancel the alarm:
>Insert the key in the starter switch.
>Turn starter switch in Position 1
(
page 91).
1
Cap
2
Lock cylinder
>Remove cap
1 from lock cylinder
2.
>Unlock the driver’s door.
The driver’s door and the fuel filler flap are
unlocked.
i
To unlock the vehicle centrally press the
central unlocking switch in the upper center
console (
page 38).
Locking the vehicleIf you can no longer lock the vehicle using the
remote control and you do not have a spare
transmitter battery at hand, please proceed
as follows:
>Open the driver's door.
>Press the central locking switch
(
page 84).
The indicator lamp on central locking
switch
1 comes on, when the starter switch
is in position 1.
The indicator lamp on central locking
switch1 flashes, when the starter switch is
in Position 0.
>Remove the key from the starter switch,
take it with you, and close all doors.
The vehicle is now locked and the antitheft
warning system* is armed. P72.10334831
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Unlocking/locking manually
>> Practical hints.
251 Closing the rear soft top
If the rear soft top does not lock properly
after being closed, proceed as follows:
>Stop the vehicle in a safe location.
>Set the parking brake.
>Make sure that the key in the starter switch
is turned to position1.
>Fold up the rear soft top completely.
The rear soft top stops in the unlocked
position.
>Within one minute, press and hold
symbol± on the retractable soft top
switch for 15 seconds twice.
The rear soft top closes the locking hooks.
>Close the retractable soft top completely.
>Have the rear soft top checked at an autho
rized smart center.
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Replacing transmitter battery
>> Practical hints.
253 Replacing transmitter battery
Replacement battery: CR 2016 button cell!
Replace the remote control's transmitter
battery every two years at the latest. Other
wise there is a danger of leakage. The remote
control could be damaged.
1
Key housing top half>Insert a suitable object such as a coin into
the slot at the eyelet of the key housing.
>Carefully turn the coin until key housing top
half
1 is unlatched.
>Open key housing top half
1 to the side.
2
Transmitter battery
>Remove transmitter battery
2 from the
board.
!
Check the polarity when inserting the new
transmitter battery. You could otherwise
damage parts of the electrical system. When
inserting the batteries, make sure they are
clean and free of lint.
>Insert the new transmitter battery.
>Press both halves of the key housing
together again.
>Check the operation of the remote control.
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Replacing wiper blades
262
>> Practical hints.
About replacing wiper blades
!
Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper
arm back. If released, the force of the impact
from the windshield wiper tensioning spring
could crack the windshield.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the
windshield glass without a wiper blade
inserted.
We recommend that you have this work carried
out at an authorized smart center.
To ensure proper visibility,
• it is vital that you have wiper blades that
are in perfect shape.
• clean the wiper blades regularly with a
cleaning agent.
• remove any tough dirt stains with a sponge
or brush.
Windshield wiper blades!
Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.
They could tear.
>Remove the key from the starter switch.
>Fold the wiper arm away from the windshield
until it snaps into place.
1
Retaining springs
2
Detaching wiper blade
G
Warning!
For safety reasons, switch off the wipers
and remove the key from the starter
switch before replacing a wiper blade.
The windshield wipers could otherwise be
set in motion and cause injury.G
Warning!
Wiper blades are components that are
subject to wear and tear. Replace the
wiper blades at least twice a year, pref
erably in the spring and fall. Otherwise
the windows will not be properly wiped. As
a result, you may not be able to observe
surrounding traffic conditions and could
cause an accident.
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Flat tire
>> Practical hints.
265 Preparing the vehicle
Upon experiencing any type of problem with
the vehicle's tires, switch on the hazard warn
ing flasher, carefully slow down and exit the
roadway in a cautious manner.
>Park the vehicle at a safe distance from
moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when
possible
.
>Set the parking brake.
>Turn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight ahead position.
>Move the gear selector lever to park
positionP.
>Turn off the engine.
>Remove the key from the starter switch and
take the key with you.i
Open door only when conditions are safe to
do so.
>Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway.
Using the tire repair kitThe tire repair kit can be used to seal punc
tures of up to approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) on
the tire tread.
The tire repair kit enables you to drive on the
sealed tire to the nearest authorized smart
center.
>You should have the sealed tire replaced at
an authorized smart center.
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Warning!
Take care not to allow the contents of the
tire sealant to come in contact with hair,
eyes or clothing. The tire sealant is
harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed
through the skin it may causes skin, eye
and respiratory irritation. Wear gloves
while using this product if they are avail
able.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with the tire
sealant, change clothing as soon as pos
sible.
In case of allergic reaction or rash,
consult a physician immediately.
